Microsoft has recently released an out-of-band (OOB) update, KB5064489, to address a critical issue affecting Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) running Windows Server 2025 and Windows 11 24H2. This emergency patch resolves a bug that prevented certain VMs from launching when Virtualization-Based...
The evolution of Windows update management has reached a pivotal milestone, as Microsoft introduces hotpatching support for 64-bit Arm architecture devices running Windows 11, version 24H2. This announcement not only marks a technical breakthrough for Arm-based enterprise systems but also...
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Here’s a summary of the recent Windows 11 Firewall (with Advanced Security) issue and its resolution:
What happened?
In Windows 11 24H2’s preview updates, some users noticed repeated error messages in the Windows Event Log, reading “Config Read Failed” and “More data is available”. These errors...
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Microsoft has released an out-of-band update, KB5064489, for Windows 11 version 24H2, elevating the OS build to 26100.4656. This unscheduled update addresses critical issues that emerged following the July 8, 2025, cumulative update (KB5062553).
Key Improvements and Fixes:
Resolution of Start...
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Microsoft has released an out-of-band update, KB5064489, for Windows 11 version 24H2, bringing the OS build to 26100.4656. This update addresses critical issues that necessitated immediate attention outside the regular update schedule.
Key Improvements and Fixes:
Security Enhancements: The...
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The release of Windows 11 Build 26100.4762, corresponding with the 24H2 update now rolling through the Release Preview channel, represents a crucial inflection point in Microsoft’s approach to modern operating system development. Traditionally, Windows feature updates have been defined by...
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Microsoft has officially retired the iconic Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), introducing a sleek black version in Windows 11's latest update. This marks the first significant overhaul of the BSOD since the addition of the sad face emoji in Windows 8. The new Black Screen of Death (BSOD) is currently...
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Windows 11 users have reached yet another crossroads, confronted once again with the perennial dilemma: upgrade now, or hold tight until the dust settles on the latest update? With the rollout of Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft is making a compelling case for immediate action by introducing enhanced...
Windows 11’s momentum continues with the release of the KB5062553 update for version 24H2, a substantial Patch Tuesday upgrade rolling out as part of the July 2025 security cycle. This cumulative update—presented officially as “2025-07 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 24H2 for x64-based...
For millions of Windows users around the world, Patch Tuesday isn’t just a routine software update—it’s a monthly pulse check on the evolution, security, and features of the planet’s most popular desktop operating system. July 2025’s Patch Tuesday sees Microsoft unveiling a slew of updates that...
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Microsoft has released the KB5062553 update for Windows 11, version 24H2, bringing the OS build to 26100.4652. This cumulative update introduces several enhancements and addresses known issues to improve system performance and user experience.
Key Highlights of KB5062553:
Security Enhancements...
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Here is a summary of the information in KB5062785: Setup Dynamic Update for Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 (dated July 8, 2025):
Overview
KB5062785 provides a setup dynamic update targeting:
Windows 11, version 24H2 (including SE, Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education, IoT...
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In a significant stride towards maintaining and enhancing the security posture of Windows 11, Microsoft has released the July 2025 cumulative security update—KB5062553 (OS Build 26100.4652). This update specifically targets Windows 11 version 24H2, building upon prior improvements while...
This week, Microsoft made an unusual request to Windows 11 users: ignore alarming firewall configuration errors that may appear after rebooting their systems following the installation of the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829). The warnings, logged as ‘Event 2042’ in the Event...
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Windows updates have long been a double-edged sword: they deliver essential security enhancements, drive innovation across devices, and promise a more seamless computing experience. Yet, each update cycle also brings anxiety, especially for those who rely on their PC for both day-to-day...
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Unlocking your PC’s true potential with Windows 11 Home, version 24H2, is simpler than you might think—if you know where to look. Many users spend years with the world’s most popular desktop operating system but never scratch the surface of its built-in tools. Whether you’re a power user seeking...
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For countless users, the “Microsoft Print to PDF” feature on Windows 11 has become indispensable—whether for archiving web content, sharing documents without altering their formatting, or converting office files into universally accessible PDFs. However, recent months have seen a surge of...
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Amid mounting anticipation for Windows 11 24H2, many early adopters have encountered an unexpected setback: the classic "Microsoft Print to PDF" feature is nowhere to be found after a clean installation. This seemingly small omission has set off ripples of confusion, frustration, and lively...
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A recent disruption in the ‘Print to PDF’ functionality on Windows 11 24H2 has drawn fresh attention to the software update process, underscoring both the complexities of modern operating systems and Microsoft’s evolving approach to customer support. The issue, triggered by the April 2025...
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As the technology world braces for another step forward, Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 11 version 25H2 is shaping up less as an audacious leap and more as a calculated stride. The difference is subtle yet significant: this time, users aren’t staring down the barrel of a full-blown operating...
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